Fujifilm S4500 vs Sigma DP1x

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm S4500 and Sigma DP1x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the Fujifilm S4500 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm S4500 was unveiled 23 months after the DP1x which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm S4500 grades versus the DP1x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4500 provides exterior measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S4500 and Sigma DP1x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 and the DP1x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4500 and DP1x is 67 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4500 and DP1x.

To sum up, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S4500 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm S4500 will offer more detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S4500 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.